2026 AFL Round 23 - Richmond v St Kilda

Tickets

General public tickets for Richmond v St Kilda in Round 23 are on sale now via Ticketek.

Ticket Type

On Sale

AFL Reserve

Tuesday August 4, 11:00am AEST

Club Members

Tuesday August 4, 12:00pm AEST

General Public

Tuesday August 4, 3:00pm AEST

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Gates

Gate opening times for this match:

Public

Gates 1, 3-5

11:00am

Public (Accessibility)

Gate 3B or left turnstile at all gates

11:00am

Members’ Reserve

Gate 2

10:30am

AFL Reserve

Gate 6

11:00am

Closed

Gate 7

Patrons attending both Saturday matches will need to leave the venue after the match and re-enter at gate opening time for Hawthorn v Collingwood.

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Key Info

It’s a super Saturday at the 'G on August 15, with the Richmond v St Kilda day match, followed by Hawthorn v Collingwood! What you need to know:

Separate tickets required. Each match is ticketed separately via Ticketek

Patrons attending Richmond v St Kilda will need to leave the venue after the match and re-enter at gate opening time for Hawthorn v Collingwood

Take all belongings with you. Items left in the venue between matches will be collected by event staff

Level 4 (Q) of the Ponsford Stand and Olympic Stand will be closed for Richmond v St Kilda. General admission ticketholders will need to access GA Seating areas in the Shane Warne Stand for this match

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Parking

The Yarra Park car park is closed for this match

To prioritise patron safety due to the unstable state of the grassed paddocks and help improve the condition of the heritage-listed Yarra Park following recent wet weather, the Yarra Park car park will be closed for the remainder of the 2026 AFL season

Only those Australian Disability Parking (ADP) permit holders who have already pre-purchased a Ticketek parking pass can access the car park. These pre-purchased parking passes are now sold out for this match. No drive-up parking is available.

Explore alternative car park options near the MCG

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GA Seating

General Admission

The following areas will be available for General Admission access (subject to change):

Shane Warne Stand

Level 1: M3-M4 rows L-BB (alcohol free area)
Level 1: M5-M6 rows A-Z
Level 4: Q1-Q15½ all rows

Ponsford Stand

Please note: Level 4 (Q) of the Ponsford Stand will be closed for this match.

Level 1: M28-M32 all rows
Level 1: M33 rows T-MM (alcohol free area)
Level 1: M35-M36 all rows

Olympic Stand

Please note: Level 4 (Q) of the Olympic Stand will be closed for this match.

AFL Reserve

The following unreserved areas will be available in the AFL Reserve for this match (subject to change):

Level 1

M19-M23 rows A-Z
M24-M26 all rows
M27 rows AA-OO (alcohol free area)

Level 2A

P26-P28 all rows

Closed - Level 4 - AFL Reserve

Cheer Squad Allocations

Richmond: M3-M4 rows A-K (Punt Road end)
St Kilda: M33 rows A-O (City end)

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Prepare

Arrive early

To ensure you are inside the Ground in time for the match start, arrive early and leave plenty of time for the entry process.

Download your ticket to your mobile for scanning upon entering the Ground.

Plan your journey to the 'G

There are many ways to get to the 'G! Plan your journey ahead of time to ensure you're inside the Ground for the start of the match.

Plan your trip and check for public transport disruptions and extra services on the PTV app or at Transport Victoria.

Find information on public transport, pedestrian access, taxi ranks and more on the MCG website.

Discover ways to get to the 'G

Precinct road closures

Barassi Way (formerly Brunton Avenue) will be closed between 9:30am and 4:00pm.

Fact Sheet - Round 23 - Richmond v St Kilda

The MCC Library Fact Sheet for this match features:

Played for both: Mick Malthouse and Rex Hunt
The history of Round 23 at the MCG
Over to You Trivia

View the Fact Sheet (PDF)

At the 'G

Where to enter the MCG

Enter the MCG via the gate listed on your ticket.

MCG Stadium Map

Antisocial behaviour

At the MCG, your safety is our priority. If you experience any form of antisocial behaviour, please report it by texting the MCG's antisocial text hotline on +61 409 117 621.

Food and beverage options

A range of food outlets are options on event days at the MCG.

Please note: Available outlets will vary based on expected attendance.

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Dietary options

The MCG endeavours to cater for a range of dietary options on event days. View the MCG dietary information.

The MCG is a cashless venue

All food, beverage, merchandise and ticketing outlets are cashless. All transactions will need to be made on your debit or credit card.

The MCG is a smoke and vape-free venue

The MCG is a smoke, e-cigarette and vape free venue. Patrons found smoking or vaping inside the Ground will face immediate eviction and could face further disciplinary action by the Club.

Multi-Faith Prayer Room

The MCG Multi-Faith Prayer Room is open to all patrons. It is located on Level B1 of the Shane Warne Stand (approximately behind Section M13).

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Flashing lights and pyrotechnics warning

Please note, flashing lights and pyrotechnics will be used throughout this event at the MCG.

Accessibility

Accessible facilities at the MCG

The MCG is committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive experience for everyone when they visit the stadium.

For details about accessible seating, parking, bathrooms, companion cards and more, visit Accessibility and Inclusion.

G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service

The G-Train Mobility Shuttle Service operates during public events held at the MCG.

The service is free and accessible to patrons with mobility challenges. The G-Train also features vehicles with wheelchair-friendly access.

Pre-booking is not required; simply wait at a designated pick up point for the next available buggy. The service has pick up points from the following locations:

Richmond Station
Jolimont Station
Accessible Parking Area

The G-Train operates from Yarra Park gate opening time and runs continuously throughout the match.

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Visual story - Going to the footy at the MCG

Visual stories are step-by-step guides with photos used to prepare a person for, and increase the predictability of, a new environment or situation.

The MCG has a visual story that illustrates how to access the stadium, what to expect when entering and what you might experience during the match.

View Visual Story

Sensory Friendly Space

A Sensory Friendly Space is located within the Australian Sports Museum on Level 1 of the Olympic Stand (behind M51, inside Gate 3). This is a space for patrons of all ages who have sensory sensitivities, processing differences, or other hidden disabilities.

There are two rooms within the space offering patrons the ability to choose between quietly watching the event in a tiered theatre or using personal sensory strategies and fidgets to relax in a multi-purpose room.

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Hearing loops

The MCG has many hearing loops fitted throughout the stadium to relay PA announcements.

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Zero delay commentary

The SEN Stadium App provides a zero delay commentary on the Hearing Loop at the MCG.

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Round 23 Richmond v St Kilda

Tickets

Gates

Key Info

Parking

GA Seating

General Admission

Shane Warne Stand

Ponsford Stand

Olympic Stand

AFL Reserve

Level 1

Level 2A

Closed - Level 4 - AFL Reserve

Cheer Squad Allocations

Prepare

At the 'G

Accessibility

More in Round 23

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